213 - Discover South Carolina with Lora

About this episode

In this episode, Shana Thompson interviews Lora about exploring South Carolina's diverse landscapes and cultural traditions while hiking with kids.

What comes to mind when you think of South Carolina? Maybe it's Charleston's cobblestone streets, beautiful beaches, or Spanish moss hanging from ancient oak trees. But South Carolina has much more to offer than its coastline. In this episode, I sit down with Lora from The Mom's Guide to Hiking, an outdoor enthusiast and mom who loves exploring South Carolina's mountains, waterfalls, forests, and state parks with her family. Together, we talk about hiking with kids, staying safe on the trails, the benefits of spending time outdoors, and some of South Carolina's unique cultural traditions. Along the way, you'll learn about the Lowcountry, oyster roasts, college football rivalries, and why South Carolina offers such a surprising variety of landscapes. ⭐ Start improving your English today! Learn more about the Academy. ⭐ Take part in our Free 14-Day English Slang and Expression Challenge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Shana Thompson

Guest: Lora

Topics covered

• hiking
• family activities
• South Carolina culture
• outdoor safety
• landscapes

Keywords

• South Carolina
• hiking
• family
• outdoors
• cultural traditions
• safety
• landscapes

Mentioned in this episode

Places: South Carolina, Charleston, Lowcountry

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